The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

The student news site of Aspen High School

THE SKIER SCRIBBLER

Colorado Governor Jared Polis announces the relaxation of stay-at-home order by changing regulations to safer-at-home orders.

Students’ Opinion of Polis’s decision to pull back on stay at home orders

Stef Wojcik, Staff Writer April 29, 2020

Students have experienced a very confusing few weeks given the transition to online classes and the cancellation of athletics and school-sanctioned events. Though many students are challenged by the sudden...

The cast of Hamilton sings to Aubrey (pictured in 2nd column from left in 3rd row from top) whose Broadway show was cancelled due to Covid-19, on John Krasinskis show, Some Good News.

Some good news

Harper Axelman, Staff Writer April 29, 2020

Some good news From hosting a virtual prom with celebrities such as Billie Eilish and the Jonas Brothers for the class of 2020 whose prom was canceled, showcasing displays of appreciation for healthcare...

An uphiller skins up Ruthie’s side of Aspen Mountain accompanied by their dog.

Locals shift to skinning in wake of resort’s closure

Kaelyn Kroeger, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

On Saturday, March 14th, Aspen Skiing Company shut down all mountains in response to Colorado governor Jared Polis’s executive order to issue all Colorado ski resorts to close. As a result, many members...

Sam Gibb Standing on a mountain with his skis in hand.

Gap Year Profiles

Mackenzi Hart, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

Samuel Gibb, a current senior at AHS, will be taking a gap year and spending time traveling around the world to ski. Sam has been an avid skier since he was a child. He will also be entering the workforce,...

Sibling relationships and how they are changing

Taylor Gurtman, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

COVID-19 has drastically changed the world as we know it. People wear masks when they go outside, groceries must be wiped down, and all businesses considered non-essential have been temporarily shut down....

How the homeless population is being affected by the Coronavirus(in bigger cities)

Sophia Greiper, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

In an attempt to slow and stop the spread of the Coronavirus, Stay At Home Orders have been put in place in many states. According to statista.com, there are still half a million homeless people who are...

How Aspen Valley Hospital is responding to COVID-19

Harper Axelman, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

The Aspen Valley Hospital has taken many steps to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, such as collaborating with the Pitkin County Incident Management Team, as well as developing plans to ensure that they...

Economic suffering may lead to another great depression

Bo Melton, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

Unemployment, stock market volatility, oil prices, and financial crisis, all are major reasons why the U.S has a high chance of going into another great depression. The problem is these were all issues...

A starved Tiger captive in Xiongsen Bear and Tiger park Guilin city, China.

How Zoos are approaching Coronavirus shut down

Jenny Ellis, Staff Writer April 23, 2020

The Coronavirus pandemic has shut down all “nonessential” businesses since April, and the ones still open are facing challenges surviving. However, certain fun attractions like zoos, that may not be...

Counselors recommend connecting virtually with others during this unceratin time.

COVID-19 Mental Health Implications

Emily Kinney, News Editor April 23, 2020

As people across the United States worry about contracting the COVID-19 virus, other concerns have surfaced from mental health professionals. These concerns are not in regard to the population’s physical...

Scale for pass/fail grading in relation to traditional grades.

New pass/fail option at AHS

Tessa Guthrie, Design Editor April 23, 2020

Beginning April 22nd, AHS students now have the option to switch their classes to pass/fail grading. The grading change is in response to AHS students having to do online school because of the Pitkin County...

Schools around the country are adopting a test-optional policy due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Many colleges change their standardized testing policy in light of COVID-19 pandemic

Tatum Diemer, Editor-in-chief April 18, 2020

Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, standardized testing dates around the country have been canceled or postponed. For many current high school juniors, this means that they will struggle to get the...

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